The scope of work provides for the testing and abatement of all asbestos-containing floor tile and mastic throughout the building and replacing the flooring and trim as necessary. The work shall also include repairing or replacing all interior doors throughout the building, replacing acoustical grid ceilings where necessary and painting interior walls and ceilings, as well as replacement of signage as needed. The A/E is encouraged to include independent cost estimators on their teams to verify estimates are in line with current market conditions to avoid project bids that exceed the available funding for the project. A/E estimates should be updated and verified at each stage of the project in accordance with the Design and Construction Manual. Designers are reminded that their Professional Services Agreements make them responsible for providing a design that is within budget, and they can be held responsible for redesign of the project should bids received exceed project funding.
